Resources for Young Writers

These books are a great place to get acquainted with the world of writing and publishing. Be careful of using a market guide that is more than a yearold–the people and contact information may have changed or the magazine or publisher may be out of business. If you do use an older edition, make sure you call or write first to check the status of the publisher or magazine and whether they are still accepting submissions.

Seize the Story: A Handbook for Teens Who Like to Write by Victoria Hanley (Cottonwood Press, 2008)

FigmentFigment is a community where you can share your writing, connect with other readers, and discover new stories and authors. Whatever you’re into, from sonnets to mysteries, from sci-fi stories to cell phone novels, you can find it all here.

KidPubKidPub was created in 1995 as a safe, fun place for kids to improve their writing skills by sharing their stories, poems, reviews, and other creative writing with a worldwide audience. KidPub is a membership site. ($12.95/year) Also, offers self-publication.

Kids on the NetKids on the Net was one of the first websites on the internet to invite children to submit their writing. Also has fun creative writing games and tips.

Anthology of PoetryRecognizes the poetry of writers from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Accepts poems by high school students in the U.S.